TO: Mayor and Commissioners
FROM: Jeffrey S. Goldman, Police Department
THROUGH: Chief Neal de Jesus, Interim City Manager
DATE: March 1, 2017
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APPROVE SEGWAY SE-3 PATROLLERS AS A CITY STANDARD AND APPROVE A PURCHASE OF TWO (2) SEGWAY SE-3 PATROLLER VEHICLES IN THE AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $28,000
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Recommended Action:
Recommendation
Motion to Approve Segway SE-3 Patrollers as a City Standard and to approve a purchase of two (2) Segway SE-3 Patroller vehicles from Segway, Inc. in the amount not-to-exceed $28,000
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Background:
The Police Department currently has four (4) Segway SE-3 Patrollers in service. Research was conducted to compare the Interceptor T3S, Raptor 2.0, and SE-3 Patroller. The research determined the Segway SE-3 Patrollers to be the better option for the Police Department needs. These vehicles meet the City’s requirements for appearance, performance, consistency, and compatibility. The Police Department is requesting the Segway SE-3 Patroller be approved as a City Standard for reasons including the swappable battery system, OSHA approved safety with anti-tip technology, reverse functionality with backup alert, and a 32” width that is ADA compliant.
The Police Department is requesting an approval to purchase two (2) Segway SE-3 Patroller vehicles from Segway, Inc. that would be utilized by the Patrol Unit. Segway Inc. is the manufacturer and sole provider of the Segway Transporter SE-3 vehicles. Each unit is $12,999, and shipping for both units is $672. Staff is requesting a contingency fund of $1,330 to allow for minor modifications to this purchase.
This recommendation complies with the City Code of Ordinances, Chapter 36, Section 36.02(C)(6)(b), "City Standard".
City Attorney Review:
Approved as to form and legal sufficiency.
Finance Department Review:
Finance recommends approval.
Funding Source:
Funding is available from account number 001-2115-521-64.90 (General Fund: Other Machinery/Equipment).